The International English Center (IEC) will be offering two English language communication courses for international graduate students and visiting scholars in Spring 2023. Courses run February 7 through April 20, 2023. Limited scholarships are available to graduate students.
- ESLG 1130 Pronunciation for International Graduate Students
This course is designed for international graduate students who want to polish and refine their spoken English skills. The course emphasizes producing increasingly accurate English stress, rhythm and intonation, and vowels and consonants. Students participate in listening and speaking activities targeting specific pronunciation features, prepare recordings, and deliver short presentations related to their field. Students receive weekly individualized feedback.
- ESLG 1140 Public Speaking for International Graduate Students
This course is designed for international graduate students who want to improve oral communication skills for effective academic, professional, and social interactions. Specific attention is given to presenting, explaining and clarifying ideas, negotiating, interrupting, hedging, and responding to questions. Students deliver short formal presentations and impromptu speeches, and lead and participate in group discussions. Students improve active listening skills, non-verbal communication, and English pronunciation.
For more information about ESL Credit courses and how to register, please visit the ESL Credit webpage.